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Why is the term 'challenging behaviour' so offensive for some?
Popularised in the 1990s, the term was not intended as a label, but some learning disability healthcare advocates deem it an offensive diagnostic stamp
Popularised in the 1990s, the term was not intended as a label, but some learning disability healthcare advocates deem it an offensive diagnostic stamp
Challenging behaviour is believed to affect the lives of about 15-20% of people with learning disabilities, according to research . It can lead to significant physical harm to the person or others, home breakdown, significant property damage, reductions to liberty and quality of life, secure hospital admissions and other restrictive practices.
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